Case #4002
Submental Liposuction
A woman in her 30s, unhappy with fullness beneath the chin and neck, underwent submental liposuction.
A 35-year-old woman who was unhappy with the fullness of her chin and neck. Dr. Azadgoli performed submental liposuction to give her a more sculpted jawline.
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Pre-op preparation
What to do before surgery. Specific to this case.
- Discontinue blood thinners (NSAIDs, aspirin, fish oil, vitamin E) two weeks out. Acetaminophen remains safe; the full list is reviewed at pre-op.
- Nicotine in any form — cigarettes, vapes, patches, gum — paused six weeks before and six weeks after surgery. Nicotine narrows blood vessels and slows wound healing.
- Sleep elevated for the first week. Stock the kitchen with low-sodium soft foods, since chewing comfort and salt-driven swelling both matter early.
- A driver is required the day of surgery and a responsible adult should stay with you the first 24 hours.
Recovery timeline
Milestones specific to this case. Individual recovery varies.
- Day 1–7
Sleep elevated, gentle cold therapy, and quiet voice for the first 3 days. Bruising peaks midweek; swelling is at its most visible.
- Week 2
Sutures or tape come off around day 7–10. Most patients are camera-ready for everyday life by the end of week 2 (lingering swelling, not bruising).
- Week 4
The "I look like myself again" milestone for most. Camera comfort returns. Light cardio and yoga added back.
- Week 6
The "back to normal" week for most patients. Final compression schedule transitions to optional.
- Month 3
Tissue settles into final position. Subtle technique details (jawline definition, tip refinement) become visible now.
Continued care
Recommended aftercare, skincare, and MedSpa services for Submental Liposuction.
- Chin compression strap most of the day for the first 1–2 weeks
- Head elevated for sleeping for the first week
- Cold compresses for the first 72 hours
- No strenuous activity or heavy lifting for 2–3 weeks
- Medical-grade silicone sheeting on the submental incision
- SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic for scar healing
- SPF 50+ on the neck for 12 months
- LED light therapy weekly for the first 8 weeks
- Lymphatic drainage starting week 2
- Indiba radiofrequency for skin tightening at 3 months
- Skincare
Skincare ramp-up: vitamin C and barrier repair at week 3, retinoids reintroduced at week 6.
Active skincare resumes on a healing-friendly ramp after facial surgery.
